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Wow! What a busy few weeks we’ve had at Oak Grove! Thank you to all of our families who helped us celebrate two incredible members of our team—Ms. Pyles, our amazing media specialist, and Ms. Tysor, our dedicated assistant principal. Your thoughtful cards, heartfelt hugs, and special treats made Media Coordinator Day and National Assistant Principals Week truly meaningful. Both Ms. Pyles and Ms. Tysor felt so appreciated and loved by our Otter community.
Just a reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, April 18th. We hope all of our Oak Grove families enjoy a relaxing and refreshing three-day weekend!
On Thursday, we had the honor of hosting Representative Julie von Haefen, Board Member Lynn Edmonds, and Area Superintendent Jonathan Enns at Oak Grove. Our incredible student ambassadors led a tour of the school, where guests had the opportunity to observe 5th-grade students using Spheros to navigate their covered wagons across western territory trails, engage in vertical learning activities, and visit classrooms to witness the outstanding teaching and learning happening throughout our building. They also visited our specialist areas and heard directly from students as they shared their favorite memories from Kindergarten through fifth grade. A special highlight of the visit was meeting Hank, our therapy dog, and learning about his positive impact on our students' academic and social-emotional well-being. Representative von Haefen, Board Member Edmonds, and Area Superintendent Enns were truly impressed by the supportive and engaging learning environment at Oak Grove.
We ended Thursday on a high note with a terrific chorus concert performed by our talented Otter Singers. Their performance was nothing short of amazing, and we are so proud of the hard work and dedication they put into preparing for the event. It was a joy to see our students shine on stage and share their musical talents with our school community. We truly have some incredibly gifted students here at Oak Grove!
If you have a child joining us for kindergarten in July or know of families that has school age children, please make sure to go ahead and register and turn in enrollment paperwork as soon as possible! We are working hard to prepare for the start of the next school year, and having accurate enrollment information is critical. Thank you for your help in this matter!
A huge thank you to those who have submitted Staff Shout-Outs! 🎉 We are dedicated to recognizing the outstanding educators who positively impact our students. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to use this Google Form to submit your Otter Staff Shoutouts. Let’s continue to celebrate the great work happening at Oak Grove! You can also check our website regularly for updates and to see our staff members being recognized. 🦦🎉
Below is information about our Next Staff Shout-Out, School Librarian Media Coordinator Day, National Assistant Principal’s Week, Occupational Therapist Appreciation Month, Yearbook Orders, OTTERCISE, EOG Testing Dates, 2025-28 AIG Plan surveys, Single Subject Acceleration, Save the Date - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremonies, Kids Heart Challenge, Public input sessions regarding proposed 2025-26 budget, Letterland at Pullen Park, and PTA Updates.
As we continue the second half of the school year, we are committed to maintaining open lines of communication and working closely with you to provide the best possible education for every child at Oak Grove. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to a fantastic school year filled with learning, growth, and success for all our students!
Staff, School, and Club Wishlists
Warm Regards,
Ms. Benton
Otter Happenings (English Calendar) - Updated 3/30/25
Acontecimientos de nutria (Spanish Calendar) -Updated 3/30/25
Updated 3/30/25 حداث قضاعة Arabic Calendar
Matukio ya Otter (Swahili Calendar) - Updated 3/30/25
Выдровые события (Russian Calendar) - Updated 3/30/25
Calendarul Romanesc (Romanian Calendar - Updated 3/30/25
Staff Shout Out - Ms. Kenward
Thank you, Kristen Williams, for shouting out Ms. Kenward, our Otterly amazing 1st grade teacher!
Data Manager Appreciation Day - Wednesday, April 16th
Wednesday, April 16th is Data Manager Appreciation Day, and we are excited to celebrate Ms. Dahlhoff for all she does to support Oak Grove! Ms. Dahlhoff goes above and beyond to ensure our Otters are properly enrolled and that all required documents are in place for students to attend school. Her attention to detail and commitment to accuracy are vital in keeping our school running smoothly. In addition to her work as data manager, we are especially grateful for her dedication to training Hank, our therapy dog, making it possible for Oak Grove to provide this incredible support for our students’ academic and social-emotional growth. Thank you, Ms. Dahlhoff, for all you do! Students are encouraged to show their appreciation by writing her a thank you note, drawing a picture, giving her a hug, or even picking flowers from their yards to brighten her day.
Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week
During August 21st - 25th, we will celebrate Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible work of our school secretary, Ms. Colon, and our receptionist, Ms. Garcia. Their dedication, organization, and warm welcomes help keep our front office running smoothly each and every day. From managing schedules and supporting staff to greeting families and ensuring everything stays on track, they play an essential role in the success of our school. We are truly grateful for all they do to support the Oak Grove community! Students are encouraged to show their appreciation by writing them a thank you note, drawing a picture, giving them a hug, or even picking flowers from their yards to brighten their day.
Ottercise (Field Day) Information from Ms. Sammons
Attention Families, Ottercise (Field Day) is right around the corner. Tracks 1 & 2 May 2nd and Tracks 3 & 4 will be May 16th. Please click this link for more information and sign up. Volunteers must have volunteer clearance. Thank you, Mrs. Sammons
Lost and Found
Our Lost and Found is overflowing with a large collection of clothing items, and we need your help! Please take a moment to look at the pictures below to see if you recognize any items that may belong to your child(ren). These items will be on display outside of the cafeteria until Thursday, April 17th. After that date, any remaining clothing will be donated to A Note in the Pocket, a local organization that supports families in need. We also encourage all families attending our STEM Night on Tuesday to stop by and look through the Lost and Found collection. Thank you for helping us reunite these items with their owners!
Panorama Family Survey
Please help us make your child’s school experience as positive and beneficial as possible by giving honest, thoughtful responses to the questions in our family survey from April 7 to May 16. Your feedback is important to us, as you are a valued member of our school community.
http://surveys.panoramaed.com/wakecounty/family
EOG Testing Dates
As we approach the end of the school year, we want to inform you of our upcoming End-of-Grade (EOG) testing dates. Please mark these dates on your calendars and ensure that no vacations or appointments are scheduled during this time, as it is important for students to be present and prepared. We will be sharing additional helpful tips and strategies as we get closer to testing to support your child’s success.
Track 1
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May 15th - Reading All Grades
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May 16th - Make Up Reading
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May 19th - Math All Grades
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May 20th - Make Ups
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May 21st - Science and RTA
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May 30th - Retest Reading
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June 2nd - Retest Math
Tracks 2, 3, and 4
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June 12th - Reading All Grades
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June 13th - Make Up Reading
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June 16th - Math All grades
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June 27th - Make Ups
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June 18th - Science and RTA
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June 27th - Retest Reading
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June 30th - Retest Math
5th Grade Families - Save the Date - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremonies
Attention 5th Grade Parents! Mark your calendars for our Moving Up Ceremonies as we celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of our 5th-grade Otters. This special event will honor their hard work and growth as they prepare for the next chapter of their journey. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Letterland Days at Pullen Park set for May 5 and 8
Join us on May 5 and May 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Pullen Park to meet Letterland characters, and to participate in hands-on arts and crafts and literacy activities! Admission into the park is free and ride tickets are $2.
⭐ PTA UPDATES⭐
🎓🦦🎉Calling all Graduating High School Seniors who attended Oak Grove 🎓🦦🎉
Class of 2025 High School Seniors who attended Oak Grove are invited to walk the halls one last time! This event will take place on June 3rd at 2:00 PM. We can’t wait to celebrate our former Otters! Please help us spread the word!
🧪 STEM Night is almost here! Tuesday, April 15th! 🧪
Please join us for STEM Night on Tuesday, April 15th. Students will display their science fair projects; many science organizations will attend to provide students and families with hands-on science activities. This is an event you won't wanna miss!
Did you know the OGES PTA has a website? We encourage you to bookmark the site and check it often for up-to-date announcements and information!
